Sandals/Beaches Resort Specialist

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Vanessa Raftery, Travel Agent in Bradford, MA

Vanessa Raftery

Bradford, MA Travel Agent
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Vanessa Raftery

Bradford, MA · 25+ Years of Experience

Love The Mouse Travel, an independent agent with Love Travel Collection, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(80)
100% Recommended
Vanessa was a joy to work with. Very attentive and time conscious to all details. Always available to help make changes or answer questions. Our trip... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Bahamas, Jamaica

Interests:

All Inclusive, Beach Vacations, Adult Only, Family Vacations, Destination Weddings

Suppliers:

Sandals and Beaches Resorts

About Me

Poolside at Sandals St. Vincent
Poolside at Sandals St. Vincent

As a Certified Sandals & Beaches Resorts Specialist and experienced Caribbean Travel Advisor, I help couples, honeymooners, families, and groups plan stress-free, luxury all-inclusive vacations tailored to their travel style and budget.Having personally visited and toured multiple Sandals and Beaches Resorts throughout the Caribbean, I provide firsthand knowledge, insider tips, resort comparisons, and expert guidance to help you choose the perfect destination. I stay up-to-date on the latest promotions, room categories, dining experiences, and resort enhancements so my clients can book with confidence.

Whether you're dreaming of a romantic honeymoon in Jamaica, an adults-only luxury escape in Saint Lucia, a destination wedding, a group getaway, or a family vacation at Beaches Turks & Caicos or Beaches Negril, I'll guide you every step of the way from selecting the right resort to maximizing the value of your investment.

In addition to Sandals and Beaches Resorts, I also specialize in luxury Caribbean all-inclusive resorts, helping clients find the best fit based on their unique preferences, interests, and budget.

My goal is simple: provide personalized service, expert recommendations, and a seamless planning experience so you can focus on making unforgettable memories in paradise.

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
80 reviews
100% Recommended
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Friends Trip
Reviewed By RHWOM - Boston | Traveled to Bermuda | Caribbean
Vanessa was a joy to work with. Very attentive and time conscious to all details. Always available to help make changes or answer questions. Our trip was a smooth cruising vacation with the help of Vanessa's experience. Highly recommend her services.
Vanessa Raftery responded
"Thank you so much for your kind review! It was truly a pleasure helping your group plan your Norwegian Breakaway cruise to Bermuda. I'm so happy to hear that everything went smoothly and that you were able to relax and enjoy your vacation with friends. Thank you for trusting me with your travel plans, and I look forward to helping you plan many more adventures in the future! Vanessa"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Our Family Christmas
Reviewed By LizaLu25 - Boston | Traveled to Aruba | Netherlands Antilles | Caribbean
This year we decided on a Family Vacation to celebrate Christmas!! Vanessa helped us check all the boxes that we need checked when we travel as a Family. Upon check in, the hotel could not (would not) make good on the requests we made for our room accommodations. As soon as Vanessa heard about our situation she intervened and took care of everything!!! She reminded us immediately the value of booking with a travel agent. She took all of the stress out of our situation so we could get back to enjoying our family vacation. Vanessa you were amazing, Thank You
Vanessa Raftery responded
"Thank you so much for your kind words! It truly means so much to me that I was able to help turn things around so you could enjoy your special family Christmas vacation. I know how important it is to have everything just right when traveling with loved ones. I'm so grateful for the trust you placed in me to be part of your holiday celebration. I’m always here if you need anything for future travels—can’t wait to help you plan your next adventure! Warmest thanks, Vanessa"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Incredible 30th anniversary trip
Reviewed By Maria and Hector - Wakefield, Ma | Traveled to Portugal ~ Europe
Vanessa planned an incredible 30th anniversary trip for my husband and I to Portugal. We knew we wanted to go to Portugal, but we did not know exactly to what areas. Vanessa provided us information on locations and created a wonderful itinerary for us. It was very easy to work with her and she guided us along through the whole process. Our trip was amazing ! From the car service to the hotels to the excursions planned, it was perfect ! We are so happy that we chose her as our vacation planner We are looking forward to using her again on our next trip! Thank you Vanessa For making our 30th wedding anniversary so special!
Vanessa Raftery responded
"Thank you so much for your lovely review! It was truly a pleasure working with you both to plan such a special trip for your 30th anniversary. I'm thrilled to hear that you had an unforgettable time exploring Lisbon, Cascais, and Porto, and that the itinerary helped make your celebration even more memorable. Your feedback means the world to me, and I’m so happy everything went smoothly. Here’s to many more amazing adventures ahead – I’d love to help plan the next one!"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Always booking with her!!
Reviewed By Nina C - Medford, MA | Traveled to Chicago | Illinois | USA
????? We seriously can't recommend Vanessa enough! We've used her for multiple trips now, and she just booked our Chicago getaway. As always, she absolutely knocked it out of the park. She makes the whole process so easy and takes all the stress out of planning. She's always quick to respond, answers every random question we have, and somehow always finds exactly what we're looking for. It honestly feels like having a friend plan your vacation. At this point, we won't book a trip without her. If you're on the fence about using a travel agent, let this be your sign. Vanessa is the best, and we're already looking forward to having her help us plan our next adventure!
Vanessa Raftery responded
"Thank you so much for this wonderful review! Your kind words truly mean so much to me. It has been such a pleasure helping you plan your travels over the years, and I'm so grateful for the trust you continue to place in me. Knowing that I can help make the process easier and less stressful is exactly why I love what I do. Thank you for allowing me to be a small part of your adventures. I can't wait to help you plan the next one and create even more amazing memories together! - Vanessa"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Dream vacation
Reviewed By Marissa - Haverhill, Ma | Traveled to Italy | Europe
Vanessa set up a fantastic trip to Italy through Perillo Tours. She was very knowledgeable and made it a stress free experience which was perfect as my daughter and I were traveling alone.
Vanessa Raftery responded
"Thank you so much for your kind words! It was truly my pleasure to help you and your daughter plan your Italian adventure with Perillo Tours. I'm so happy to hear that you had a fantastic trip and that I was able to make the planning process stress-free, especially for such a special mother-daughter journey. Thank you for trusting me with your travels. Vanessa"
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Beaches Negril June 2026
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    Client Testimonials

    Northern Lights Success!
    Vanessa was great to work with! She curated our trip and made sure that every single detail was handled! She was incredibly responsive and organized. I highly recommend her! I can't wait to use her again for future trips!
    Rosie P, Danvers MA
    Amazing Honeymoon!
    We used Vanessa as our travel agent for our honeymoon to Saint Lucia . We stayed at Sandals Halcyon and it was perfect! Vanessa provided a lot of information about the resort and excursions. She answered emails very timely and was super helpful! Would recommend anyone to book their all inclusive vacations with her!!
    Rachel O, Salem, NH
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